Robin van Eck
What is there to say about a mid-thirties woman who loves to read and write?
I live and write in Calgary. My book reviews and articles have appeared in FreeFall Magazine and various community newsletters. Although I love all facets of writing, I have to admit my first love is fiction. Recently, I had a short story short-listed in FreeFall Magazine's Prose and Poetry contest, as well, another short story in the Freshwater Pearls Anthology, published by Recliner Books (Sept. 2011). And I am working on my first literary fiction novel.
Short stories are fun and give me an opportunity to explore ideas that I probably never would, from a unique perspective. I like to challenge myself and experiment with elements of the short story to bring an otherwise ordinary topic to life.
When I'm not crumpled over my computer or notebook, I review other writer's manuscripts. To date I've reviewed literary fiction short stories, parts of novels, children's books, science fiction, memoirs/creative non-fiction and even a little - erotica. Who knows, maybe one day I will experiment with that genre.
In my other life, I am married to a wonderful Dutch man and spend many days chasing around my almost 3 year old toddler, cleaning up her writing on the wall and crushed eggs off the floor.
Because I own more books than I know what to do with I have moved into the realm of the review. It's a rare occasion for me to pass by a book store without purchasing something which is evident from my shelves of unread masterpieces and is the popcorn kernel stuck between my husband's back teeth.
Latest Articles
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FreeFall: Canada's Magazine of Exquisite Writing
On the birth and growth of one of Canada's leading literary magazines
Dec 6, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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No Simultaneous Submissions, Please
Writers are at the end of their ropes as literary magazines and book publishers continue to insist on not accepting simultaneous submissions.
Aug 2, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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When Should a Writer Use a Pseudonym?
Writers often question the use of a pseudonym. Is it a good idea? When should it be used?
Aug 1, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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11 Canadian Literary Magazines for Emerging Writers
Complete list of some of the best literary magazines for new writers seeking first publication.
Aug 1, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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A Spirit of Encouragement: The Alexandra Writers' Centre Society
The Alexandra Writers' Centre Society, located in historic Inglewood in Calgary, has been helping writers for almost 30 years
Jul 10, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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Book Review: Bad Romance edited by Robin Wolfe
When the pain is this sweet, how can you walk away? Bad Romance is an anthology of dysfunctional desire edited by Robin Wolfe.
May 15, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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Book Review: the Boy by Betty Jane Hegerat
Only in fiction and fairy tales will you find happy endings. Real life ends in a cemetery.
May 9, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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Book Review: Nothing Sacred by Lori Hahnel
Review of Nothing Sacred, the second book by Calgary writer, Lori Hahnel.
May 6, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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Book Review: Being Four by Kim Cormack
Review of book for children by Canadian writer, Kim Cormack.
May 2, 2011
- Robin van Eck
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